Author Archives: Brian Fraga

Shortly after his sister, Ana Madeira arrived at St. Luke’s Hospital, her brother’s heart gave out. Just like that, he was gone.

She was the glue that held the family together, said her son.

Arthur Alcock, who lived most of his life in New Bedford, died from COVID-19 complications on June 4, 2020, at St. Luke’s Hospital.

Antonio Vieira worked for AFC Cable, but he injured his back on the job and later held a variety of odd jobs. He died July 2, 2020, from COVID-19.

Alice Bernier was diagnosed with COVID-19 in the spring of 2020 and died at St. Luke’s Hospital on June 6. She was 96.